From One Century to the Next: A History of Wrentham State School and the Institutional Model in Massachusetts
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| Rating | : | 4.95 (750 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 163483805X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 291 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-11-07 |
| Language | : | English |
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Nobility triumphs. This book chronicles the development of the institutional model in Massachusetts with the well-intended beginnings, the decline and subsequent heroic reform. Unlike many other books on this topic, here there is a happy ending. Sufficient funding was denied, and both employees and residents suffered the dire consequences of a society that no longer cared--a society that wanted to forget. This is the history of a place, but more than that, it is a story about people. A study of the human condition, of atrocity juxtaposed against nobility--a constant struggle. The tireless human spirit perseveres, and society is forced to listen to the cries of its institutionalized. . Massachusetts led the country and perhaps the world in the development of facilities intended to house the mentally ill and developmentally disabled during the 19th and early 20th centuries. It is the story of a heroic fight for reform. It is the story of great men who did wonderful things and of well-intentioned men who made egregious mistakes. The state schools constructed during the early 20th century in the United States were the direct result of the unfortunate science of eugenics, as society strive
Throughout the book her underlying affirming message shines through so clearly that the book, which tells such an important story and tells it so effectively, will serve as a valuable resource and guide to society in this century, lest we forget that we are all members of one family." -Reviewed by Harold L. "Ingrid Grenon brings such personal warmth and conviction to this book that it is much more than just an informative history of Wrentham State School. May, M.D., MPH, Former Medical Director at Wrentham State School, President, FAMILY, Inc.
Planting the Seeds of Love and Compassion! Ann R. I am a new volunteer at the Wrentham Development Center and read this book hoping to learn a little bit about its residents and its history. Once I started reading, I did not want to put it down. Ingrid not only captured every element and facet of life inside WDC, but she gives the reader a wonderful insight to the families, politicians,. Well done! Colorado As the granddaughter of Karl V. Quinn, and a former employee, I can honestly say that Wrentham State School has been a big part of my life.As always, I find Ingrid's story telling compelling. Her lighthearted style keeps the reader eager for more. I found myself transported back in time with this book. The accuracy of her descriptions, a. B said Fascinationemotional.. This book is an excellent summary of what happened through the decades, easy to read and includes colorful stories which bring to life what was really happening in those buildings. It inspired a mix of emotions that kept me fascinated as I felt like I lived through the eras. It also made me realize the problem we have in this country whe